It's Called a Heart
Depeche Mode Lyrics


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There's something beating here inside my body and it's called a heart
You know how easy it is to tear it apart
If I lend it to you, will you keep it safe for me?
I'll lend it to you, will you treat it tenderly?
There's something beating here inside my body and it's called a heart

There's a sun shining in the sky
But that's not the reason why I'm feeling warm inside
The answer isn't classified, it's my heart
From the moment I started
I tried to be good about it
Yes, I've tried my best
And more or less, I spoke from my heart

There's a lot to be learned
And you learn when your heart gets burned

There's something beating here inside my body and it's called a heart
You know how easy it is to tear it apart
If I lend it to you, will you keep it safe for me?
I'll lend it to you, will you treat it tenderly?
There's something beating here inside my body and it's called a heart

Hearts can never be owned
Hearts only come on loan
If I want it back
I will take it back
I'll take my heart
But I will try my best
And more or less
I will speak from my heart
Yes, I will speak from my heart
Speak from my heart

There's a lot to be learned
And you learn when your heart gets burned

There's a lot to be learned
And you learn when your heart gets burned

There's a lot to be learned
And you learn when your heart gets burned

There's something beating here inside my body and it's called a heart
You know how easy it is to tear it apart
If I lend it to you, will you keep it safe for me?
I'll lend it to you, will you treat it tenderly?
There's something beating here inside my body and it's called a heart





You know how easy it is to tear it apart

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Depeche Mode's song "It's Called a Heart" delve into the vulnerability and fragility of the heart, both figuratively and literally. The opening lines describe the heart as something beating inside the body, and how easy it is for it to be broken, which creates a sense of caution and insecurity.


As the song continues, the singer lends their heart to the listener, asking whether they will take care of it and treat it tenderly. It's a risky move, as the heart can never be fully owned and may need to be taken back at some point. The idea of speaking from one's heart is also emphasized, suggesting the importance of honesty and authenticity in relationships.


Overall, the song is a bittersweet reflection on the joys and dangers of being vulnerable, whether it's giving someone access to your heart, or opening yourself up emotionally.


Line by Line Meaning

There's something beating here inside my body and it's called a heart
I feel my heart beating and it's vulnerable to harm.


You know how easy it is to tear it apart
You have the ability to hurt me and damage my heart.


If I lend it to you, will you keep it safe for me?
I'm willing to trust you with my heart, but I need assurance that you'll protect it.


I'll lend it to you, will you treat it tenderly?
I'm willing to give you my heart, but I need you to handle it delicately.


There's a sun shining in the sky
There are good things happening around me, but they're not the reason why I feel warmth.


But that's not the reason why I'm feeling warm inside
The warmth I feel comes from my heart.


The answer isn't classified, it's my heart
The source of my feelings is not a secret, it's my heart.


From the moment I started I tried to be good about it
I've always made an effort to treat people well.


Yes, I've tried my best And more or less, I spoke from my heart
I've done my best to communicate genuinely and from my heart.


Hearts can never be owned
No one can truly possess someone else's heart.


Hearts only come on loan
Our hearts are only temporarily entrusted to others.


If I want it back I will take it back
I have the right to reclaim my heart if I feel it's not being handled with care.


I will try my best And more or less I will speak from my heart
I will do my best to speak honestly and from my heart.


There's a lot to be learned and you learn when your heart gets burned
We can gain valuable lessons from heartbreak and pain.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Martin Gore

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Alex Kuznecov

There's something beating here inside my body
And it's called a heart
You know how easy it is
To tear it apart
If I lend it to you
Will you keep it safe for me
I'll lend it to you
If you treat it tenderly
There's something beating here inside my body
And it's called a heart
There's a sun shining in the sky
But that's not the reason why
I'm feeling warm inside
The answer isn't classified, it's my heart
From the moment I started
I tried to be goodhearted
Yes I tried my best
And more or less
I spoke from my heart
There's a lot to be learnt
And you learn when you heart gets burnt
There's something beating here inside my body
And it's called a heart
You know how easy it is
To tear it apart
If I lend it to you
Will you keep it safe for me
I'll lend it to you
If you treat it tenderly
There's something beating here inside my body
And it's called a heart
Hearts could never be owned
Hearts only come on loan
If I want it back
I will take it back, I'll take my heart
But I will try my best and more or less
I will speak from my heart
Yes I will speak from my heart
Speak from my heart
There's a lot to be learnt
And you learn when you heart gets burnt
There's a lot to be learnt
And you learn when you heart gets burnt
There's a lot to be learnt
And you learn when you heart gets burnt
There's something beating here inside my body
And it's called a heart
You know how easy it is
To tear it apart
If I lend it to you
Will you keep it safe for me
I'll lend it to you
If you treat it tenderly
There's something beating here inside my body
And it's called a heart
You know how easy it is
To tear it apart



All comments from YouTube:

Witold Witoszek Records

I don't understand why the band hate it. It's bizzare, intriguing, extraordinary and I love it.

Thiago Oliveira

How come?

JeterSwisherFan88

I guess you can say it’s an interesting kind of “out of the ordinary” in its own right.

Kelley

I love this song too!

Merve Guner

How do u know that they hate it ?

Kelley

@Merve Guner They've said so in interviews.

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nikos geo

An underrated little diamond, lost in their uncountable masterpieces

Bri

Depeche Mode is a diamond amidst the shit today, then, and through and through 🖤

Luca Ucca

i couldn't say it better, in less words

kyran barrera mccourt

Very true indeed, the vids very Duran Duran lol?

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